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ELDER: Kelly Diane (Dobson) of Vanastra formerly of Exeter

November 6, 2021 By Haskett Funeral Home 34 Condolences

ELDER: Kelly Diane (Dobson) of Vanastra formerly of Exeter

Passed away at Stratford General Hospital on November 5, 2021 at the age of 59. Cherished mother of Jessica Luiting and Justin Curtis of Woodstock, and Julian Elder of Grand Bend. Adored grandma of Cole Luiting. Beloved Sister of Kim Mostrey of Vanastra, Kandice and Steve Austin of Goderich, and Dean Dobson of Brucefield. Predeceased by her parents Ross and Joyce (Witmer) Dobson of Bayfield.

Kelly will be fondly remembered for her sense of humor and loving compassion.

Cremation has taken place. At this time there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Further arrangements will be made by Kellyโ€™s children down the road. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Zurich (519-236-4365)

Donations to the Stratford General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Kathleen Wells

    December 5, 2021 at 11:36 PM

    Sincere condolences to the whole family from “Witmer” cousins Dennis & Kathleen Wells.

  2. Laura Wilder

    November 21, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Dear Kim and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Kellyโ€™s passing. Time has slipped away, and its been along time since Kelly and I connected. Please know that she is not far away, as she will always be in your heart, your memory and in the whisper you may hear, when you are grieving most.
    I feel like Kelly had a certain โ€œsparkleโ€ thats hard to put into words. Her sense of humour, her pretty face and those curls she tried to deny lol. Yes. A sparkle. Kelly, you will be missed. It was much too soon.
    Shine bright. Starlightโœจ

  3. Kerry Cox

    November 19, 2021 at 9:26 PM

    I am so sad to hear of Kellyโ€™s passing. I have great memories of time spent with her.
    Sincere condolences

  4. Cara Bissonnette

    November 15, 2021 at 3:18 PM

    My Sincere condolences to your entire family. I grew up with Kelly and her siblings abs have very fond memories. Rest now Kelly.

    Cara Bissonnette (Blommaert)

  5. Lori Flynn

    November 11, 2021 at 10:02 PM

    Dear Kim, Candy, Dean and family,
    My deepest condolences. I was so shocked to hear of Kelly’s passing, so very young.

  6. Kim

    November 11, 2021 at 8:37 PM

    Kelly! I so miss u, hope your finally at peace. But really? Julian, Jess, Cole and Justin are still in shock :( and I cry everyday! Iโ€™m sorry Kelly but you were to young to go! I will love u always xo

  7. Rob McCullough

    November 11, 2021 at 4:25 PM

    My condolences to all of Kelly’s family. Hopeful that memories of her joyful laugh come forward to fill the void of your loss.

  8. Jeff and Lorraine Forrester

    November 11, 2021 at 8:44 AM

    Kim and family. I am so sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. She was way too Young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you is all.

  9. Brenda (Campbell) Dayman

    November 10, 2021 at 3:31 PM

    My Deepest Sympathy to all of Kelly’s family & Friends!! Was so shocked to hear about this!! Far too young!!

  10. Cole luiting

    November 9, 2021 at 9:55 AM

    You were my best friend gran. I love you so much but Itโ€™s good to know your happy an safe now. Iโ€™ll never forget our moments together, you take care of yourself up there. forever Rest In Peace gran โค๏ธ

  11. Marlene Ingram

    November 9, 2021 at 9:02 AM

    So very sorry for your loss

  12. George and Cathy McClure

    November 9, 2021 at 7:58 AM

    Deepest condolences Kim and to your family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. She was taken far too soon.

  13. Lori Belling

    November 8, 2021 at 6:02 PM

    Dear Kim, Kandice, Dean and family

    On behalf of the Belling family we are so very sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. So many great memories come to mind when we were all together.

    You all will be in our thoughts during this very difficult time.

    Love Liz, Roger and Lori

  14. Gwen O'Rourke

    November 8, 2021 at 5:40 PM

    So sorry Kim and family for the loss of your sister. Taken far too young

  15. Linda and Hubie

    November 8, 2021 at 5:38 PM

    We are so sad to hear that Kelly passed away,we have fond memories of her. You have our deepest condolences.

  16. Gerry and Cheryl McLaughlin

    November 8, 2021 at 4:55 PM

    Kim and family:
    So sorry to hear about your sisterโ€™s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Gerry and Cheryl

  17. Jason

    November 8, 2021 at 4:46 PM

    Kelly, you were like a second mom to me growing up in vanastra. Iโ€™ll never forget all Shenanigans Julian and I got into. You were always were there for us. Keeping us in line lol.

    Your time here was cut to soon! I know youโ€™ll always be watching over. Itโ€™s never really goodbye. Till we meet again.
    Love Jay

  18. bev hedden

    November 8, 2021 at 12:33 PM

    so sorry to hear of Kelly”s passing. Thoughts and prayers. Paul and Bev Smale.

  19. MaryJane Taylor

    November 8, 2021 at 12:02 PM

    My Sincere Sympathy in your loss of Kelly. So sad , and so young.
    May all your happy memories give you comfort ….
    She will have loving arms around her with mom and dad again….

  20. Pete and Deb Timmermans

    November 8, 2021 at 8:40 AM

    Sincere condolences to the entire family…….

  21. Judith Elder-McCartney & Robert McCartney

    November 7, 2021 at 9:20 PM

    It is with a deep sadness that we offer our sincere sympathy to Jess and Justin, Julian and Cole over the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. She was such a wonderful and beautiful lady, and we will all miss her so very much.
    Sending our Love to you all.

  22. Karen Dalton

    November 7, 2021 at 7:39 PM

    My deepest condolences Kim to you and your family. Kelly was taken too soon. Hugs to you.
    Karen Dalton

  23. Kelly Walter (Finnen)

    November 7, 2021 at 6:31 PM

    Dear Kim, Kandice and Dean

    My sincerest condolences to all of you.

    Kelly held a special place in my heart during my childhood in Exeter. We tamed invisible broncos together at the Rodeo grounds, rode Mandy around the farm and ran with Wildfire in the fields.

    Her free spirit will live on in Heaven.

    Kelly Walter (Finnen)

  24. Lindenfield

    November 7, 2021 at 6:02 PM

    We are so sorry to hear of Kellyโ€™s passing we send you all are condolences

  25. Vicki Hayter

    November 7, 2021 at 1:14 PM

    Dear Dean, Kim, and Candy and Family,

    My heartfelt condolences to your one-of-a-kind sister and friend. Kelly introduced me to horse back riding in public school and we had many lessons in that beautiful pasture growing up. She will be sorely missed! Big hugs to each of you.

  26. Brenda Rooseboom

    November 7, 2021 at 11:52 AM

    Kim and family. So sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing. Sending my condolences and Hugs
    Brenda

  27. Brenda Adkins

    November 7, 2021 at 10:57 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you Kim, and the family.
    Brenda and James Adkins

  28. Mike and Kim Ziler

    November 7, 2021 at 9:29 AM

    So very sorry hear the passing of Kelly.Had a lot of laughs together. Going to miss you.Keeping everyone in my prayers.

  29. Shelly and Billy Hay

    November 6, 2021 at 10:20 PM

    So sad, Kelly and I had many good times playing at sales barn at the Exeter fair grounds, then moving to Hensall, spending 2 seasons picking strawberries at their farm. Sitting behind me in grade 8, and many nights roller skating.
    Hugs to Kim, Candy and Dean

  30. Marilyn Blake

    November 6, 2021 at 8:45 PM

    Dearest Jessica ,
    I am so shocked and sorry to hear about your mom .
    May the wonderful memories of her help heal your broken heart.

  31. Megan and Dan Nagle

    November 6, 2021 at 7:52 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss Julian and Jessie. Our condolences are with you both at this difficult time. Aunt Kelly was a wonderful woman. I always really liked her. She was so kind to me and had the funniest sense of humour. I didnโ€™t get to see her much the last few years but I always enjoyed when we would catch up. I know she was for sure welcomed into heaven with open arms from Grandma and Grandpa and that she will be missed. Hugs. ๐Ÿ’œ
    In the future if there are any celebrations of life, we would love to be apart of it. Let us know if we can do anything to help.

  32. Jackie Ferris

    November 6, 2021 at 6:54 PM

    Very sorry to hear of Kelly’s passing far too young.

  33. Janice Egger

    November 6, 2021 at 6:51 PM

    Deepest sympathy to Jessica Justin Cole and Jules ๐Ÿฅฐ let the memories comfort your heart in the days to come Janice , Curtis. John Kelly and sander

  34. Terry & Suzie Dale

    November 6, 2021 at 6:30 PM

    Sending healing hugs & love to all of Kellys family. Keeping everyone in my prayers, rest easy Kelly๐Ÿ’ž

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